A strategic conservation plan created by a City and Regional Planning graduate class for the Genesee Land Trust was recognized by the Upstate New York Chapter of the American Planning Association. (Dec. 8, 2008)
William Trochim has received a $2.3 million grant over five years from the National Science Foundation to develop a Web-based system that will help evaluate science-based education programs. (Dec. 5, 2008)
The Cornell Master Plan has earned the coveted Award of Excellence in urban design, which is sponsored by Canadian Business magazine to promote and recognize design success stories. (Dec. 5, 2008)
Scientists at Cornell's College of Veterinary Medicine have developed a vaccine that prevents Johne's disease, a condition that leads to over $220 million in losses annually to the U.S. dairy industry. (Dec. 5, 2008)
Brett Hammond, TIAA-CREF's top analyst, advised 240 Cornell faculty and staff members on investing savings during volatile times at a Nov. 18 retirement investments seminar. (Dec. 5, 2008)
Editors' picks for events the week of Dec. 5 include a Christmas concert, alternative gift fair, jazz and music from Istanbul, dance, modern art and an agribusiness conference. (Dec. 5, 2008)
If you missed the open enrollment period for Select Benefits, don't worry, the extension period runs until Dec. 31. State health rates will be announced soon. (Dec. 5, 2008)
Cornell offers pet insurance at group-discounted rates through the Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. Staff and faculty can enroll in pet insurance at any time and use payroll deduction to pay the premiums.
Faculty and staff are encouraged to review the holiday guidelines posted by the university regarding holiday decorations in the workplace. (Dec. 5, 2008)
